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It’s a reminder that the view is always changing. There’s Canadian research that supports the idea that living near water can be good for your health. A study by the University of New Brunswick looked ...
Long before take-out meals and fast food there were slow food Sunday dinners on The Commons (Hill Street) in the ’50s. My mother and grandmother, like many ladies of the house in those days, made many ...
Bringing home the bacon was both simpler and cheaper in the ’50s. Many Picton housewives did their shopping by telephone, eliminating the need for a trip to Stafford’s, Gentile’s or Jones’ grocery ...
The Thrift Shop welcomes donations of clothing for all ages, household items, toys, craft supplies, furniture, tools, small ...
Every spring, Volunteer Canada recognizes National Volunteer Week. Many dedicated individuals help enhance the offerings of ...
Unsure of how this miracle occurred, I am tentatively making my way in this new world where “turquoise waves” lap the shores at Sandbanks Park and “cute cafes” line Picton streets. I now walk “quaint ...
National Volunteer Week 2025 is April 27 to May 3, and this year’s theme is “Every Moment Matters.” It’s a powerful reminder that the contributions of volunteers—whether large or small—have an ...